Veterinarians in Anzoátegui Warned of an Increase in Viral Diseases in Dogs
Members of the College of Veterinarians of Anzoátegui warned of an increase in viral diseases in dogs.
TL;DR
- Viral outbreaks of distemper and parvovirus are increasing in Bolívar, Nueva Esparta, Táchira, and Anzoátegui states in Venezuela.
- A particularly aggressive neurological variant of these viruses has been detected, causing severe symptoms like convulsions, respiratory issues, and fever.
- The mortality rate for these viral diseases in dogs ranges from 60% to 70%.
- Contagion occurs primarily through contact with infected dogs or their waste.
- Veterinarians stress that vaccination is the only effective prevention method, as there is no specific cure for infected animals.
- Owners are urged to complete their dogs' vaccination schedules and authorities are asked to include the 'séxtuple' vaccine in public health campaigns.
- Other common canine diseases mentioned include Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne) and canine parvovirus, with distemper also detailed.
- Prevention methods for Ehrlichiosis include tick treatments and antiparasitic medication, while parvovirus and distemper are primarily managed through vaccination.